update-changelog

Update CHANGELOG.md entries following Keep a Changelog conventions.

7|Updated Dec 17, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nweii/agent-stuff --skill update-changelog-nweii
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Skill: update-changelog
Source: https://github.com/nweii/agent-stuff/tree/main/skills/update-changelog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nweii/agent-stuff --skill update-changelog-nweii

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines keeping changelog entries in Keep a Changelog format by automating entry creation and version bumps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create or update changelog.md following Keep a Changelog conventions.
  • Add entries under the appropriate version sections with dates.
  • Update or synchronize the Skill's own metadata.version when used for skill changelogs.

Quick Start

Run the update-changelog command with a version, change_type, and message to record an entry.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-changelog

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate changelog updates for versioned releases?

Automate changelog updates by running a command with a version, change type, and message to record entries under appropriate version sections with proper dates in CHANGELOG.md.

How does Keep a Changelog format work for grouping changes?

Keep a Changelog format groups changes by type, such as added or fixed, under specific version headings with dates, ensuring version metadata alignment and structured documentation.

What's the best way to create a CHANGELOG.md file from scratch?

Create a CHANGELOG.md file by running the update command with release details; the system generates proper headings, dates, and version metadata following Keep a Changelog conventions.

Can I synchronize changelog entries with project version metadata?

Yes, you can synchronize changelog entries with version metadata, updating the project's version number automatically when recording new release entries in the changelog.

Does this changelog automation work with any supported project type?

Yes, this changelog automation applies to versioned releases and change-type groupings across any supported project, ensuring proper date and heading alignment in CHANGELOG.md.

Why does my changelog entry need a specific change type?

Changelog entries need a specific change type to group changes correctly under Keep a Changelog conventions, ensuring structured documentation and proper version section alignment.